Each X-Expedition ship is designed on modular principles using a standard cruise ship construction platform in which the cabins, windows, vertical accesses and common areas all fit together like a big jigsaw puzzle. This enables the most efficient use of space and materials while significantly reducing construction times and costs.
“In this class of ship, everything is designed around creating the experience we want the guest to live on board,” explains Stefano Pastrovich.
Space makes for privacy and privacy determines exclusivity.
A further technical innovation of the design is its incorporation of the very latest hybrid-propulsion technology, both for reduced environmental impact and to enhance the onboard experience.
X-Expedition features the first new-generation hybrid power module for the naval industry, Wärtsila HY, designed and developed by Wärtsila and integrated into the X-Expedition in partnership with Pastrovich himself.
“The partnership with Wärtsila,” explains Pastrovich, “has focused on integrating the Wärtsila Hybrid system into the ship’s operating system.
“But the aim was to go beyond energy savings. The X-Expedition ships have been designed to travel respectfully and discreetly through the most beautiful and delicate environments on earth so that guests have the opportunity to enjoy nature’s symphony of sounds undisturbed.”